How long do rifle barrels last?

[Brainyy]

I'm wondering what you all think a rifle barrel's lifespan is. I know it depends on the caliber and load, but how many rounds did you fire before your accuracy went down?

 

[Elixir]

Powerful calibers might only go for about 1,500 shots but easier ones can last over 5,000!

 

[K9TXS]

I'm not sure how many thousand of rounds I've shot in my 20 VT, but in the 7 years I've been shooting it, it's a lot. It's my first out to use in the PD fields. It still holds a very accurate group.

 

[Alan]

I’ve seen precision rifles lose crisp accuracy around a few thousand rounds but casual shooters often go far longer before noticing any change.